At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee construction projects, ensuring compliance with contracts and building codes.
- Company: Join NORR, a leading architecture and engineering firm focused on innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a commitment to sustainability and continuous learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communities while working on exciting public projects.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in contract administration and relevant post-secondary education required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 125000 $ per year.
This is an exciting time to join our team. As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented professionals who are ready to contribute, collaborate with exceptional colleagues, and help shape the future of the built environment. If you are looking for a place where your expertise will be valued, your career can grow, and your work will make a difference, we invite you to explore what is possible with us. We empower our employees to choose where they work whether remotely, from home or from one of our office locations because we believe flexibility, trust, and collaboration drive great results.
Public sector decision-makers look to NORR’s experienced team to help navigate the full project cycle from planning to design to execution. Our extensive work in public ranges from government campuses and embassies to cultural buildings and museums.
As a Senior Contract Administrator, you will observe the construction of projects within our Public Studio to ensure that Contractors and Owners are fulfilling their respective roles and obligations as outlined in the construction contract. In addition, you will assist in realizing the project by providing Contractors with document clarifications, technical interpretations/recommendations, and review of financial progress. Contract Administrators also assist design and technical staff with constructability reviews and feedback.
You Will Make an Impact by:
- Performing site visits to determine compliance with construction contract and relevant building and safety codes; prepare reports to document progress, identify any deviation from the construction contract and liaise with owner and contractor to resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Tracking and reviewing shop drawings, schedules, samples, progress payments, alternate requests, and project change documents to ensure all project documentation is accurate and complete.
- Coordinating with contractor, sub-consultants, or relevant building authorities to address and document issues with constructability or owner concerns.
- Preparing project change documentation, including sketches and drawings.
- Attending and conducting progress meetings before, during, and after the duration of the project to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns with various key stakeholders.
- Ensuring that all project close out documents are submitted and forwarded to appropriate parties upon completion of the project.
You Will Bring to the Team:
- Successfully completed related post-secondary education in Architectural or engineering systems design and presentation, M&E and structural building systems, permit and building code.
- Registered with a relevant professional association is an asset.
- Experience in strategic development, business development, project management, and client management is required.
- Possess excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, flexibility, and resourcefulness.
- 10+ years of contract administration experience.
We are committed to innovation, advancing sustainable design and helping our clients reduce environmental impact, and shaping a net-zero future. We invest in our employees by fostering continuous learning, encouraging innovative thinking, and creating opportunities to solve complex challenges, grow professionally and build meaningful careers.
The hiring base salary range for this vacant position is $90,000.00 - $125,000.00 annually. Actual compensation will be based on several factors such as education, experience, internal equity and skills.
Senior Contract Administrator in Ottawa employer: NORR
At NORR, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values flexibility, collaboration, and professional growth. Our employee-owned culture fosters innovation and continuous learning, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on public projects that shape communities across Canada, the US, and the UK. With the freedom to choose your work environment and a commitment to sustainable design, joining our team as a Senior Architect means contributing to a net-zero future while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic setting.
